Posted by Conundrum on July 16, 2010, at 18:49:24
In reply to Re: D2 And 5HT2A: Dopamine Blocking And Boosting, posted by g_g_g_unit on July 16, 2010, at 4:56:34
With the exception of Zyprexa there would be more 5HT2A antagonism than with prozac. So it would probably have less sexual dysfunction. Also There would be increased dopamine release via D2 autoreceptors being blocked. When dopamine binds to an autoreceptor it tells the nerve to stop producing dopamine. By blocking them or being a reverse agonist it increases the release of dopamine. Prozac doesn't do that. Prozac only blocks 5HT2C and according to one study from Eli Lilly, 5 HT2A receptors. It also depends on the AAP. Amulsipride doesn't touch serotonergic receptors. Seroquel is a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor.
Basically You'd get more dopamine if you kept the dose really low.
Post-SSRI syndrome: iatrogenic anhedonia, memory and concentration problems, sexual dysfunction. [NOTE no sadness or anxiety]
Location:USA
Currently taking 300mg Lamictal and 30mg mirtazapine.
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